Commentary highlights the importance of clarity in using sex and gender terminology to improve cancer research outcomes.
Using the terms sex and gender interchangeably, or neglecting gender altogether, can obscure key factors influencing disease risk and outcome. This commentary offers guidance to help researchers and reviewers when using these terms to improve rigor and transparency.
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